Samsung Galaxy Gear (SM-V700, SM-V7000)

alaTest has collected and analyzed 1250 reviews of Samsung Galaxy Gear (SM-V700, SM-V7000). The average rating for this product is 3.9/5, compared to an average rating of 4.2/5 for other Smart Watches for all reviews.

We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Smart Watches the Samsung Galaxy Gear (SM-V700, SM-V7000) is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 83/100 = Very good quality.

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 79 user reviews of Samsung Galaxy Gear (SM-V700, SM-V7000) from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 4.1/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.1/5 for other Smart Watches on Amazon.co.uk.

85% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

Amazon.com review summary for Samsung Galaxy Gear (SM-V700, SM-V7000)

alaTest has collected and analyzed 13 user reviews of Samsung Galaxy Gear (SM-V700, SM-V7000) from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 3.2/5, compared to an average user rating of 3.8/5 for other Smart Watches on Amazon.com.

Amazon.ca review summary for Samsung Galaxy Gear (SM-V700, SM-V7000)

alaTest has collected and analyzed 88 user reviews of Samsung Galaxy Gear (SM-V700, SM-V7000) from Amazon.ca. The average user rating for this product is 3.8/5, compared to an average user rating of 3.8/5 for other Smart Watches on Amazon.ca.

Galaxy Gear Review: Hands-On

The long awaited “smart watch” a.k.a. Samsung Galaxy Gear was finally unveiled today. I have to admit that I was impressed by the quality of the industrial design and the friendly user experience, although I am not sure if I […]

The Samsung Galaxy Gear delivers a great user experience packaged in a stylish wearable device that may change the way people use their smartphone. Although I am very enthusiastic about this new and beautiful piece of technology, I am not sure that I...

Samsung Galaxy Gear review

The Galaxy Gear is a fine smartwatch, but it's just like any other first-generation Samsung device: it's a good concept, but it needs more TLC, device compatibility and third-party support.

Smooth and responsive ; Comfortable

New ecosystem and limited compatibility ; No touchless controls ; S Voice is hit and miss ; Notifications are a mess

The Galaxy Gear is a solid effort from Samsung, but it needs time to grow and develop. The things it does, it does well, and it's certainly more feature-rich and involved than any other smartwatch we've used so far. But it's the shortcomings that cause...

Samsung Galaxy Gear review

Samsung's Galaxy Gear is a nice-enough proof of the smartwatch concept, and excels as a wrist-mounted speakerphone. But its notification system is broken beyond text messages, and the screen is too slow to switch on when you raise it to your wrist.

The Samsung Galaxy Gear is a ‘nice-enough’ piece of hardware that’s comfortable to wear and delivers enough battery life to get you through the day. Its core apps look good, feel stable, and prove that getting notifications on your wrist is a feature...

Expensive. Short battery life. Baffling UI. No email send support. Camcorder is limited to 15-second videos. Currently only works with the Galaxy Note 3 and Note 10.1. Lacks killer apps. Bulky style isn't for everyone

Is the age of the smartwatch dawning? Not quite yet, at least if the Samsung Galaxy Gear ($299.99 direct) is any indication. Like other smartwatches currently on the market, it isn't a standalone product—it's a companion device for your Samsung Galaxy...

Samsung Galaxy Gear Review

Wearables are a hot buzzword right now, and that's putting it lightly. As the smartphone and tablet markets mature, device manufacturers are looking toward other markets to continue growth and drive shoppers towards their offerings. I've been coming to...

Samsung Galaxy Gear Review

In the Samsung Galaxy Gear , the company has created a device custom-fitted for the Galaxy Note 3 . While it may seem that this device is the first in a long line of smartwatches made for the greater world of Android, it would appear here that Samsung...

As it stands, the Samsung Galaxy Gear is an interesting device – a rather unique device at that, and a high-quality addition to the Galaxy collection of Samsung smartphones, cameras, and future line of wearable devices. Samsung proves here in the...

Summary: We don't yet know if there is a smartwatch market, but Samsung's Galaxy Gear leads the pack with a functional and beautiful piece of jewelry. The Galaxy Gear likely has limited appeal, but contains lots of potential.